The Opening Ceremony of the Pedagogical Days at the University of M’Sila
The Ibn Al-Haytham Grand Auditorium at the University of Mohamed Boudiaf – M’Sila hosted the official opening ceremony of the Teaching and Learning Symposium (Pedagogical Days), held from April 21 to 23, 2026.
The event was held under the patronage of the University Rector, Professor Ammar Boudlaa, and supervised by the Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs, Professor Noureddine Chikouche. Organized in close coordination with various faculties and institutes, the opening took place in a distinguished academic atmosphere, drawing a high-caliber audience of professors, scholars, and educational experts.
Inaugural Scientific Session
The ceremony featured an inaugural scientific session chaired by Professor Abbas Benyahia, Head of the Literature and Arabic Language Domain. The session included keynote presentations by prominent guest speakers:
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Dr. Zine El Abidine Boumelit (Director General of the National Office of University Publications – OPU): Delivered a lecture titled “The Pedagogical Textbook and its Importance for Students and Professors,” emphasizing its pivotal role in enhancing the quality of higher education.
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Professor Youcef Brick (Director of the Technology and Innovation Support Center – TISC, University of M’Sila): Presented a paper titled “The Importance of Artificial Intelligence Tools and Applications for University Students,” exploring the future prospects of integrating modern technologies into academic pathways.
Both presentations generated significant engagement and were highly acclaimed by the attendees.
Recognition and Awards
At the conclusion of the ceremony, an awards presentation was held to honor key contributors to the university’s academic and digital advancement:
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The keynote speakers and the session chair.
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The software engineers and developers responsible for designing the university’s digital applications and platforms.
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The faculty members who won the “Best Pedagogical Book” competition across the fields of Science and Technology, as well as Humanities and Social Sciences.
Media Coverage and Subsequent Activities
The inaugural event also included a press interview conducted by the University Rector, providing media coverage that highlighted the strategic importance and academic weight of the symposium.
This ceremony marked the launch of a rich, three-day itinerary featuring specialized lectures, hands-on workshops, open-door orientation sessions, and various scientific and cultural activities tailored for students. The symposium events actively continued across all university faculties and institutes until April 23, 2026.
